Celebrate St. Patrick's Day the easy way with these Irish slow-cooker recipes.
1/17
Slow-Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage
From the Recipe Creator:
This corned beef and cabbage slow-cooker recipe is a fuss-free way to cook the traditional dish. I tried it for St. Patrick's Day a few years ago. Now it's a regular in my menu planning. —Karen Waters, Laurel, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 414 calories, 19g fat (6g saturated fat), 97mg cholesterol, 1191mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 6g fiber), 23g protein.
St. Patrick’s Day is a celebration of Irish culture through drinks, food, and a whole lot of partying. Try this St. Patrick’s Day party food. These snacks, treats, and—yes—drinks will keep the good luck flowing.
2/17
Slow-Cooker Loaded Mashed Potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
Every year my Mom made cream cheese mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving. I tailored the recipe to my family's taste and carried on the tradition. I make them a day ahead and use my slow cooker to free up oven space for other dishes. —Ann Nolte, Tampa, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 505 calories, 36g fat (20g saturated fat), 109mg cholesterol, 530mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein.
3/17
Stout & Honey Beef Roast
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a heartwarming meal that's ideal for chilly days and hectic nights. Honey, beer and seasonings make the sauce different and oh, so good. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 361 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 340mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 2g fiber), 31g protein.
4/17
Potato Soup
From the Recipe Creator:
I decided to add some character to a basic potato chowder with a jar of roasted red peppers. The extra flavor gives a deliciously different twist to an otherwise ordinary soup. —Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 289 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 848mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
5/17
Slow-Cooked Reuben Brats
From the Recipe Creator:
Sauerkraut gives these beer-simmered brats a big flavor boost, but it’s the special chili sauce and melted cheese that put them over the top. Top your favorite burger with some of the chili sauce; you won't be sorry. —Alana Simmons, Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 733 calories, 50g fat (16g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 1643mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 26g protein.
6/17
Bacon Beer Cheese Dip
From the Recipe Creator:
My tangy, smoky dip won the top prize in our office party recipe contest. Other beers can work for this, but be sure to steer clear of dark varieties. —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 213 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
7/17
Slow-Cooked Bread Pudding
From the Recipe Creator:
This warm and hearty dessert is perfect on any cold, blustery winter evening. And the slow cooker fills your kitchen with an amazing aroma. My stomach is growling just thinking about it! —Maiah Albi, Carlsbad, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 293 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 295mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 4g fiber), 10g protein.
8/17
Hearty Slow-Cooker Breakfast Hash
From the Recipe Creator:
This sweet and savory hash certainly won't leave you hungry—the sausage, veggies and eggs will fill you up. The hint of maple syrup makes it all feel extra cozy. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 446 calories, 25g fat (8g saturated fat), 212mg cholesterol, 911mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 5g fiber), 14g protein.
9/17
Green Beans and Potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this recipe because I love the combination of green beans with bacon. It’s smart when company is coming because you can start the side dish in the slow cooker and continue preparing the rest of the dinner—or visit with your guests! —Barbara Brittain, Santee, California
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 116 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat.
10/17
Guinness Corned Beef and Cabbage
From the Recipe Creator:
Passed down through generations, this robust corned beef and cabbage recipe is requested often in our house. The Irish stout adds excellent richness to the corned beef. Just throw the ingredients together in the slow cooker and let them simmer until delicious! —Karin Brodbeck, Red Hook, New York
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked beef with 3/4 cup vegetables (calculated without horseradish): 374 calories, 20 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 104 mg cholesterol, 1256 mg sodium, 25 g carbohydrate (5 g sugars, 4 g fiber), 22 g protein.
11/17
Cabbage Barley Soup
From the Recipe Creator:
My neighbor had an abundance of cabbage, so a group of us had a contest to see who could come up with the best cabbage dish. My vegetarian soup was the clear winner. —Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 197 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 678mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 9g fiber), 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat.
12/17
Paddy's Slow Cooker Reuben Dip
From the Recipe Creator:
This slow-cooked spread tastes just like the popular Reuben sandwich. Even when I double the recipe, I end up with an empty dish. —Mary Jane Kimmes, Hastings, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoon: 58 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 126mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
13/17
Reuben Spread
From the Recipe Creator:
You'll need only five ingredients to stir up this hearty dip that tastes like a Reuben sandwich. It's requested at all the gatherings we attend. —Pam Rohr, Troy, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 100 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 233mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
14/17
Beer-Braised Roast with Root Vegetables
From the Recipe Creator:
I like the combination of seasoned vegetables and lean meat in this recipe, and my wife likes how the seasonings complement the meat. I serve the roast with a garden salad and crusty multigrain bread. —Malcolm Cieszko, Washington, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
5 ounces cooked beef with 1 cup vegetables and 3/4 cup gravy: 539 calories, 26g fat (9g saturated fat), 147mg cholesterol, 615mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 47g protein.
15/17
Lemon Red Potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
Butter, lemon juice, parsley and chives enhance this simple side dish. I usually prepare these potatoes when I'm having company. Since they cook in the slow cooker, there's plenty of room on the stove for other dishes. —Tara Branham, Austin, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 150 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 85mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.
16/17
Beer-Braised Pulled Ham
From the Recipe Creator:
To jazz up ham, I slow-cooked it with a beer sauce. Buns loaded with ham, pickles and mustard are irresistible. —Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 378 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 1246mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein.
17/17
Beer Brat Chili
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I love this chili because it smells so good as it simmers in the slow cooker all day. I can't think of a better way to use up leftover brats. He can't think of a better way to eat them! —Katrina Krumm, Apple Valley, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 383 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 1256mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 10g fiber), 17g protein.
Irish Slow-Cooker Recipes FAQ
Can you make Irish stew in a slow cooker?
You can definitely make Irish stew in the slow cooker with a few small adjustments to our stovetop Irish beef stew. Start by browning the bacon and beef in a large pot or Dutch oven. Place chopped veggies in the bottom of a slow cooker and top with the meat.
In a bowl, mix tomato paste, broth, beer and seasonings, then pour into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for seven to eight hours, or until the meat is very tender. In the last 30 minutes, mix together a cornstarch slurry and stir it into the stew along with frozen peas. The potatoes will be very soft, so take care when stirring and serving so they don’t mash into a puree.
Is there a traditional Irish side dish I can make in the slow cooker?
Slow-cooker corned beef cooks potatoes, cabbage, carrots and onions right alongside the meat for deeply flavored veggies. Colcannon and mashed potatoes can be started on the stovetop, then kept warm or reheated the next day in a slow cooker. For less traditional options, a few of our easy slow-cooker side dishes, like cheesy potatoes, creamed corn, red cabbage and buttery peas and carrots, would work at any St. Patrick’s Day gathering.
What are the best meats for Irish crockpot recipes?
Beef brisket, chuck roast, short ribs and lamb stew meat are the best meats for the slow cooker. This is because these tough, fatty cuts break down and become tender while slow cooking, without drying out. These cuts can then be served as roasts or made into soups and stews. Brisket, in fact, is the cut that corned beef is made from!
